Yukon Hospital·Whitehorse, Yukon
The Physiotherapist plans and delivers physiotherapy services to patients within Yukon Hospital Corporation facilities to achieve optimal health outcomes. Responsibilities include performing assessments, implementing intervention strategies, and mentoring staff and students.
Casual as Required - No Guaranteed Hours
This position is at the L09 level with an hourly pay range of $45.62 - $60.93
(PIPSC Bargaining Unit)
Under the direction of the Manager, Therapy Services, the Physiotherapist (PT) plans, organizes, directs, and delivers physiotherapy services for the assigned clinical area to the clients/patients and staff of the Yukon Hospital Corporation facilities. Provides PT services in order to enable clients/patients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes, by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Performs assessments of the client’s physical status, functional ability and needs and goals, establishes a physiotherapy diagnosis and prognosis, develops and implements an intervention strategy, evaluates the effectiveness of the intervention, and communicates with the client/family and health care team members. The PT trains, mentors, and supports YHC staff in all facilities, supervises and directs support personnel, acts as clinical preceptor for Physiotherapy students, fulfills the Total Joint Navigator role, and participates in departmental/program quality assurance initiatives, program development and general departmental administration.
The successful candidate is required to have a Masters/Baccalaureate degree in Physiotherapy; be currently registered or eligible for registration with Yukon Community Services (Physiotherapy Registrar); eligible for registration with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and have current C.P.R Level “C” certification. Candidates who possess clinical experience in a general setting will be given preference. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Candidates must hold a Masters or Baccalaureate degree in Physiotherapy and be registered or eligible for registration with the Yukon Community Services and the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Current C.P.R Level C certification is required, and clinical experience in a general setting is preferred.
Market context
In Yukon, physiotherapist openings in medical rehabilitation services can be competitive because employers often look for candidates who are already registered or eligible for registration, hold the required physiotherapy degree, and have current CPR Level C certification. These roles typically appeal to applicants with general clinical experience and flexibility for casual, as-required scheduling. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time comparing details. Before applying, confirm your registration status and have your CPR and clinical experience details ready.
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